Last week, we were delighted to welcome two wonderful alumni back to campus — Faisal Qadir ’19 and Daniel Swarup ’19 — each bringing tremendous energy, expertise, and inspiration to our students. [gallery columns="2" size="large" ids="47670,47671"] Faisal, an outdoor sports professional specialising in long-distance running, cycling, and climbing, has been advising our Running...
A Word from Mr Akshay Shah - Director - Hanifl Centre Freshly honoured with the “Award for Excellence” by the Adventure Tour Operators Association of India (ATOAI), Hanifl Centre has had an incredibly dynamic and productive academic year so far, marked by continuous engagement, impactful training programmes and a strong commitment...
The Homecoming Mela took place this weekend, 29 November 2025 — and it was spectacular. Students, staff, hillside residents, parents, and alumni all came together to celebrate a vibrant day of community. This year’s Mela was especially meaningful, as all funds raised supported the Scholars for Peace (SFP) Scholarship, which helps...
As we prepare to launch its Pre-Conservatory Music Mastery Programme, we are thrilled to spotlight Dr. YunJi Kwak, a deeply accomplished pianist and educator whose journey through music has been nothing short of inspiring. Dr. Kwak’s musical journey began with a spark: Chopin’s Nocturne in E-flat major. As a child, she...
When Mr Joel Ford stepped into his role as Head of Libraries, he was met with a challenge to create a new space for students where curiosity could come alive. Though the shelves of our UY library were brimming with books, many went untouched. The library had become more of a...
A momentous celebration took place on campus with the reopening of Parker Hall on 31 October 2025, an event that acquired even more significance by coinciding with Worldwide Woodstock Day. The morning began with a Woodstock Chapel service, featuring a thought-provoking, engaging – and entertaining! – devotion by Jonathan Abraham ‘01, setting the perfect tone for the day. Guests then gathered for a special tea in the sunny Amphitheatre before entering the stunningly renovated...
Celebrating Milestone Reunions on the Hillside! This autumn, Woodstock School proudly hosted milestone reunions for the Classes of 1975, 1980, and 1995! Alumni from across the decades returned to campus to relive treasured memories, walk beloved paths, and reconnect with friends, teachers, and the place that shaped them. Whether celebrating 50, 45,...
From banking with global institutions to building and scaling multiple ventures, Manav Mehra, Class of 1996, has carved a dynamic path in finance, entrepreneurship, and leadership. Currently serving on Woodstock School’s Board, Manav also plays an active role as one of the Alumni Ambassadors representing India and is a leading...
Dr. Aloke Maiti’s journey into Indian classical music began with the gentle encouragement of his mother, whose love for the art form planted the first seeds of inspiration. That early influence was later deepened by the towering legacies of Pandit Ravi Shankar and Pandit Nikhil Banerjee, whose mastery of the sitar...
Today we celebrate Mr Jordan Korth, a pillar of the Woodstock School Music Department and a quiet virtuoso of nearly every instrument within reach. Mr Korth’s journey into music began not with a formal recital, but with a group of friends determined to start a rock band. Faced with the absence...
